WTB: Miata on the Cheap
#1
Hey everyone. My fin-aid notice came in and I'm all set for this next year.

I'm not desperate to buy it soon, but all I want is everyone to keep a look out for any killer deals on a Miata. I don't care what years, engine type, etc. As long as it's a 5 speed.

Hopefully under $1500 and not completely awful condition. Dents are okay, and I'd rather have a roof that isn't leaking.

If you spot any really good deals, send them my way. I'm looking at one right now, but if this falls through, I wouldn't mind having some options.

I probably won't be driving it until next year in the spring, but if a good deal comes, there's no need to pass up on it.
Current:
2011 F150 Platinum | 1995 BMW 325i 1983 BMW 320i  The MMoped | 2008 BMW 128i
Past:
1996 Toyota Tacoma: | 1992 Mazda Miata | 2002 BMW 325i |
2003 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Miata M Edition | 1997 Subaru Outback |
1992 Mazda Miata | 1990 BMW 325i  | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 
1995 Ford Windstar 1987 BMW 325i | 1987 BMW 325 | 1990 BMW 325i Vert |
2018 VW GTI | 1990 Mazda Miata | 
1989 BMW 325i Vert 2015 Fiesta ST | 1983 BMW 320i parts car
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#2
Senor_Taylor Wrote:Hopefully under $1500 and not completely awful condition. Dents are okay, and I'd rather have a roof that isn't leaking.

Not at that price point....... You are looking at >$2k and they are hard to come by......I've been looking for almost 6 months for the same car to commute with and they have all been full of rust and needing major work
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#3
I'm not expecting much, and I'm in no hurry. Just wanted to post in case someone comes across a ridiculous deal.
Current:
2011 F150 Platinum | 1995 BMW 325i 1983 BMW 320i  The MMoped | 2008 BMW 128i
Past:
1996 Toyota Tacoma: | 1992 Mazda Miata | 2002 BMW 325i |
2003 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Miata M Edition | 1997 Subaru Outback |
1992 Mazda Miata | 1990 BMW 325i  | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 
1995 Ford Windstar 1987 BMW 325i | 1987 BMW 325 | 1990 BMW 325i Vert |
2018 VW GTI | 1990 Mazda Miata | 
1989 BMW 325i Vert 2015 Fiesta ST | 1983 BMW 320i parts car
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#4
And how far are you willing to drive for said car?


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2013 Honda Fit, 1991 Mazda Miata, Princess Blanca, Mystery, 1993 Volvo 940 - sold, 2003 Mazda Protoge5 - carmax'd, 1996 BMW 328is - sold, 1996 Honda Accord - sold
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#5
If it's a great deal, I'll drive a ways.
Current:
2011 F150 Platinum | 1995 BMW 325i 1983 BMW 320i  The MMoped | 2008 BMW 128i
Past:
1996 Toyota Tacoma: | 1992 Mazda Miata | 2002 BMW 325i |
2003 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Miata M Edition | 1997 Subaru Outback |
1992 Mazda Miata | 1990 BMW 325i  | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 
1995 Ford Windstar 1987 BMW 325i | 1987 BMW 325 | 1990 BMW 325i Vert |
2018 VW GTI | 1990 Mazda Miata | 
1989 BMW 325i Vert 2015 Fiesta ST | 1983 BMW 320i parts car
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#6
Get an e30, say a 91 318is.

I might know a guy.
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#7
Does this "guy" have a problem with buying E30s?
Current:
2011 F150 Platinum | 1995 BMW 325i 1983 BMW 320i  The MMoped | 2008 BMW 128i
Past:
1996 Toyota Tacoma: | 1992 Mazda Miata | 2002 BMW 325i |
2003 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Miata M Edition | 1997 Subaru Outback |
1992 Mazda Miata | 1990 BMW 325i  | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 
1995 Ford Windstar 1987 BMW 325i | 1987 BMW 325 | 1990 BMW 325i Vert |
2018 VW GTI | 1990 Mazda Miata | 
1989 BMW 325i Vert 2015 Fiesta ST | 1983 BMW 320i parts car
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#8
davej Wrote:Get an e30, say a 91 318is.

I might know a guy.

No no no, you should hold on to that for someone else for a good little while

I might know a guy
2013 Honda Fit, 1991 Mazda Miata, Princess Blanca, Mystery, 1993 Volvo 940 - sold, 2003 Mazda Protoge5 - carmax'd, 1996 BMW 328is - sold, 1996 Honda Accord - sold
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#9
But honestly, it IS interesting.

What better thing to burn my money in than the mother of all money pits? A little old Mini-M3
Current:
2011 F150 Platinum | 1995 BMW 325i 1983 BMW 320i  The MMoped | 2008 BMW 128i
Past:
1996 Toyota Tacoma: | 1992 Mazda Miata | 2002 BMW 325i |
2003 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Miata M Edition | 1997 Subaru Outback |
1992 Mazda Miata | 1990 BMW 325i  | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 
1995 Ford Windstar 1987 BMW 325i | 1987 BMW 325 | 1990 BMW 325i Vert |
2018 VW GTI | 1990 Mazda Miata | 
1989 BMW 325i Vert 2015 Fiesta ST | 1983 BMW 320i parts car
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#10
ITT: guys knowing guys.

pick this up, it meets zero of your requirements, but TURBO!
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#11
It's perfect. They already have the radio and stuff out so Taylor can put the PS2 in this one.
2013 Honda Fit, 1991 Mazda Miata, Princess Blanca, Mystery, 1993 Volvo 940 - sold, 2003 Mazda Protoge5 - carmax'd, 1996 BMW 328is - sold, 1996 Honda Accord - sold
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#12
Fairly sure that miata was for sale on here in the recent past.
2019 Accord Sport 2.0 A/T
2012 Civic Si - Sold
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#13
davej Wrote:ITT: guys knowing guys.

pick this up, it meets zero of your requirements, but TURBO!
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If that's a new top then I'm a ballerina.
Now: 07 Porsche Cayman S | 18 VW Tiguan

Then: 18 VW GTI Autobahn | 95 BMW M3 | 15 VW GTI SE | 12 Kia Optima SX | 2009 VW GTI | 00 BMW 540i Sport | 90 Mazda Miata | 94 Yamaha FZR600R | 1993 Suzuki GS500E | 2003 BMW 325i | 95 Saab 900S




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#14
craig and his list Wrote:New canvas top with glass heated window (to be installed).
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#15
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come to the bavarian side!
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#16
I swear it didn't say that when I looked, or maybe my reading comprehension is just that bad...
Now: 07 Porsche Cayman S | 18 VW Tiguan

Then: 18 VW GTI Autobahn | 95 BMW M3 | 15 VW GTI SE | 12 Kia Optima SX | 2009 VW GTI | 00 BMW 540i Sport | 90 Mazda Miata | 94 Yamaha FZR600R | 1993 Suzuki GS500E | 2003 BMW 325i | 95 Saab 900S




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#17
JPolen01 Wrote:Fairly sure that miata was for sale on here in the recent past.
Yep it was, I was the one selling it....... He paid a lot less than he is asking for it and hasn't done a thing to it...... For about 1/2 that price, it would actually a good deal for the parts it has
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#18
If I was you, I would check out this one:
http://roanoke.craigslist.org/cto/4553391578.html

A little above your price, but you could (should) sell the wheels and with it being an M-edition, has the torsen diff.....
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#19
See, this is exactly why I posted this. I ran into some financial issues with getting a lawyer and what not, so I probably won't look at that one, but keep posting finds! That one is super close to me.
Current:
2011 F150 Platinum | 1995 BMW 325i 1983 BMW 320i  The MMoped | 2008 BMW 128i
Past:
1996 Toyota Tacoma: | 1992 Mazda Miata | 2002 BMW 325i |
2003 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Miata M Edition | 1997 Subaru Outback |
1992 Mazda Miata | 1990 BMW 325i  | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 
1995 Ford Windstar 1987 BMW 325i | 1987 BMW 325 | 1990 BMW 325i Vert |
2018 VW GTI | 1990 Mazda Miata | 
1989 BMW 325i Vert 2015 Fiesta ST | 1983 BMW 320i parts car
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